loveth … soul—or, "himself,"
which he evinces by regarding his best interests.

keepeth—or, "regards."

10. (Compare Pr 17:7). The fool is incapable of properly
using pleasure as knowledge, yet for him to have it is less incongruous
than the undue elevation of servants. Let each abide in his calling
(1Co
7:20).

11. (Compare Pr 14:29; 16:32). This inculcation of a forgiving spirit
shows that true religion is always the same (Mt 5:22-24).